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City of Fremont

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), City of Fremont ranks #91,990 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$560
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#91,990
of 99,447 penalized employers

City of Fremont in Fremont, CA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $560. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $940 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected City of Fremont 2 times across a longer 5-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #91,990 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Against the Public Administration industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $940 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Departamento DE LA Familia in Arecibo, PR is another public administration employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,500 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
#91,990
of 99,447 penalized employers
$940
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

B 83/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $940 in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($940 per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How City of Fremont compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Public Administration per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows City of Fremont runs well below peers (0.21x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$560 Top 7% most affordable more affordable than 93% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Public Administration employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is City of Fremont.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.004.79.414.218.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedWASHINGTON TOWNSHIP …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18CITY OF TRENTON FIRE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2BOROUGH OF BROOKLAWN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7DRNA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3TOWN OF DRESDEN, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16TOWN OF CLARKDALE, T…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12PIERCE COUNTY-CENTRA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CITY OF GLOBE MUNICI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3ASHLAND CITY - FIRE …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5SUMMERTOWN UTILITY D…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1FAYETTEVILLE FIRE DE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MITCHELL FPD, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1VI LEGISLATURE--ST. …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2U.S. FISH AND WILDLI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5CITY OF CEDAR HILLS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14NYCDPR MANHATTAN FOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0WEST WINFIELD VILL V…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6US ARMY GARRISON POH…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6MSHA - MINE SAFETY &…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0HENRY COUNTY REFUSE …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0City of Fremont, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2
City of Fremont has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 2 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Public Administration peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

City of Fremont in the Public Administration enforcement ledger

Among 1,870 Public Administration employers with OSHA penalties on file, City of Fremont ranks #1,656 at $560 current penalty. WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place City of Fremont at rank #496 of 501 employers ($940 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $560 OSHA penalties plus $940 WHD back wages (62.7% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How City of Fremont Compares

City of Fremont's 1.00 violations per inspection compares to the Public Administration sector average of 6.4 violations per employer.

Against the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.21x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2019-06-24

Last Inspection

2024-12-10

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$280

Industry Avg / Inspection

$827

What this shows 2 inspections over 5 years, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $280 per inspection vs. the Public Administration average of $827.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

100.0% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$560

Current Penalty Amount

$560

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$1,500

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$940
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
1
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$940
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$940

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that City of Fremont owed $940 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 1 violation. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Public Administration

How City of Fremont compares to the Public Administration sector, which has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric City of Fremont Industry Avg
Inspections 2 3.2
Violations 2 6.4
Total Penalty $560 $2,606
Avg Penalty per Inspection $280 $827
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Nationwide Public Administration peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for City of Fremont, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($560 here).

Warehouse Point Fire District $560 CT City of Battle Creek $560 MI Town of Friday Harbor $560 WA Town of Belgrade $560 ME

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Washington Township Fire Dept (Maintenance Garage) 2 insp. Sewell, NJ City of Trenton Fire Department - Engine No. 8 2 insp. Trenton, NJ Borough of Brooklawn Fire Company 2 insp. Brooklawn, NJ Drna 2 insp. Rio Piedras, PR

Nearby & Similar Employers in Public Administration

Showing 5 of 9692 other employers tracked in this sector.

Sault Ste Marie City of
Sault Sainte Marie, MI
2 inspections $1,500
Municipio AutóNomo DE San Juan
Rio Piedras, PR
2 inspections $1,500
Departamento DE LA Familia
Arecibo, PR
2 inspections $1,500
Modoc County
Alturas, CA
3 inspections $1,500
Municipio DE Toa Alta Vertedero Municipal
Toa Alta, PR
2 inspections $1,500

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What to do with this record

Use City of Fremont's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare City of Fremont against Sault Ste Marie City of, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether City of Fremont's inspection and penalty record is typical for Public Administration or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Public Administration sector
  • City of Fremont also carries $940 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Fremont safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, City of Fremont's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections. Compared to Public Administration industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does City of Fremont have? ▼
City of Fremont has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $560.
How many OSHA inspections has City of Fremont had? ▼
City of Fremont has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-06-24 and the most recent on 2024-12-10. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for City of Fremont? ▼
City of Fremont has been assessed $560 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $940 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Has City of Fremont been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against City of Fremont, resulting in $940 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does City of Fremont operate in? ▼
City of Fremont operates in the Public Administration sector (NAICS code 922120). This industry has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 30,559 total OSHA inspections and $25.26M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if City of Fremont owes me wages? ▼
If you believe City of Fremont owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $940 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does City of Fremont rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, City of Fremont ranks #91,990 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does City of Fremont's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
City of Fremont's total OSHA penalty of $560 is below the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 3.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Departamento DE LA Familia in Arecibo, PR is a similar public administration employer with $1,500 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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Every figure on PlainWorker is rendered directly from official U.S. Department of Labor OSHA and Wage & Hour Division enforcement records, no number is typed in by an editor. This employer's ratios (penalty-per-violation, industry comparisons) are computed live from the 2 inspections on record. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of 2026.